Терминал 2А (Terminal 2A) Lighthouse
FFH8+5F Burgas, Bulgaria
Name and Location
Construction and History
Unfortunately, no information is available about the lighthouse's construction date or era. However, its purpose as a navigation aid in the busy port of Burgas dates back to a time when maritime trade was thriving in the region.
Architecture and Materials
The Terminal 2A Lighthouse is characterized by its white coloration and 9-meter (29.5-foot) height above sea level, making it an easily recognizable landmark for sailors and coastal residents alike.
Light and Navigation
The light's characteristic pattern is Fl, indicating a flashing sequence of 11 seconds with a range of 4 nautical miles. The lighthouse has been automated, ensuring continuous navigation assistance without human intervention.
Accessibility and Visiting
Visitors can access the area, but unfortunately, there is no provision for entering the lighthouse itself.
Notable Views and Landscape
The Terminal 2A Lighthouse stands within the bustling Harbour complex in Burgas, offering a unique vantage point to observe the city's maritime activities. The surrounding landscape is characterized by the urban environment of Burgas, with its mix of modern and historic architecture.
Anecdotes and Folklore
No anecdotes or folklore are available about this lighthouse.
Technical and Operational Details
The management authority responsible for this lighthouse is not specified in the available information. You can find the Terminal 2A Lighthouse at 42°29'4" N, 27°28'1" E. A map link to this location is provided below: [Map link]
Further Information
For further reading on lighthouses, consider consulting the United States National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency's publication Pub. 113, available online.
Details
Name | Терминал 2А (Terminal 2A) Lighthouse |
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City | Burgas |
Country | Bulgaria |
Coordinates | 42.4779158, 27.4662499 |
Focal height | 9 |
Tower height | 29.5 |
Accessible | true |
Landscape type | urban |
View description | The surrounding landscape is characterized by the urban environment of Burgas, with its mix of modern and historic architecture. |
Facilities | toilets, cafe, gift shop |
Nearby attractions | Burgas Historical Museum (0.5 km / 0.3 miles away), Saint Cyril and Methodius Church (1.2 km / 0.75 miles away) |
Light characteristic | Fl |
Light range | 4 |
Automated | true |